10 reasons to act now in the season of letting go

I love autumn, not least because it’s my birthday month, but also because in colour-analysis terms, I am also an ‘Autumn‘. Win win!

To me, Fall is the perfect season for letting go.

If we’ve been pre-occupied with summer or holiday pursuits until now, there’s a chance that, as the nights draw in, we can resume our goals. After all, September is considered to be the new January and the start of the academic year is well and truly here.

Your goals

Maybe you really want to get your family room decluttered? Or perhaps you’ve been putting off that paperwork? The kids are well and truly back at school, so now’s the time to get stuck in.

Or perhaps you’re keen to slough off some mental baggage or unhealthy habits that you know aren’t serving you?

Do this now, before the ‘silly season’ is upon us.

Here are 10 reasons to act now

Christmas – the season of acquisition – is just around the corner. There, I’ve said it. Unclutter your space before you start to add to it (either with holiday decorations or new purchases).

There is only now. Consider what you can declutter in the next 10 minutes. Find 10 things in just 10 minutes and put these in your ‘goods out’ location. Go!

A little progress can make a big difference, so try just tackling one drawer, one shelf or one cupboard. Small wins will spur you on.

Worry and busyness can cause us to lose sight of what’s important. We end up living in a constant state of anxiety when we’re continually focussing on the next thing. Let go of your ‘to do’ list (especially at weekends) to enjoy the day unfold.

It’s OK to let go of others’ expectations and to start saying no. Maybe you need to put yourself first.

Holding on can prevent you from moving forward. “You can clutch the past so tightly to your chest that it leaves your arms too full to embrace the present.” – Jan Glidewell

Social media channels are not only time-sucking phenomena; they can also impact negatively on how we (and our kids) feel. Use just the one (or two) that bring you the most enjoyment. Dare to delete an app or even the entire account. I promise you won’t miss it; you might even feel a sense of relief.

Let go of late nights. Shorter sleep equals shorter life, as this recent article in The Guardian explains. Autumn is the perfect time to go to bed early and make sure you get your full 8 hours.

Letting go might just enable you to add value to someone else’s life through a book you pass on, a piece of clothing you donate or time devoted just talking with someone else.

So, what’s holding you back? And what will you let go of this autumn?

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2 thoughts on “10 reasons to act now in the season of letting go”

This Fall I would like to let go of the need to try to control everything. I have come to realize that it’s the source of a lot of my anxiety and I need to find a way to be okay with the fact that I can’t control anything other than myself and my reactions to things. Regular meditation has helped somewhat in that it’s made me more aware that control issues are at the root of my anxiety, now I have to find a way to let go.
I also want to let go of holiday traditions that I feel don’t really add to my life, that have simply become obligations, not joys. I want to make room for new traditions that truly bring me joy.

Also, I wanted to say I love the new design of your website, it looks wonderful!

Thanks for your comments, Annie! I really appreciate it. I am totally with you in terms of letting go of obligations; only this week I came to realise that there are ways around so many things we set as obligations. Taking away such stressors can be a huge relief. Glad you like the new-look site! Might need a logo, but simple is the way forward.